One problem is that the Patriots would have a problem fitting 8 rookies onto their active roster, which is sitting pretty good already. Therefore, look for some packaging of picks to move up in the 2009 Draft, or to move some picks to 2010.

Here are the top four priorities that I feel the Patriots need to address on Day 2 of the NFL Draft.

1. Stock up for 2010 – The Patriots need to get an extra 2nd Rounder with one of their 3rd Round draft picks. I can’t imagine a Patriots draft without having additional picks somewhere.

2. Address DE/OLB – There are still many good 5-technique DE’s out there, and even a few conversion guys. Everette Pedescleaux and Jarron Gilbert head up the DE’s left, while the Patriots will have to search around for some OLB talent – Perhaps Julius Peppers? Nah…